Correct option is B
The social interest theory is not a recognized theory of punishment. The main theories of punishment include retributive, preventive, deterrent, and reformative. These theories serve different objectives, like retribution, crime prevention, or deterrence.
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Preventive theory aims to prevent future crimes by incapacitating the offender.
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Deterrent theory focuses on deterring others from committing crimes through fear of punishment.
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Retributive theory is based on the concept of just deserts – offenders should be punished because they deserve it.
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Social interest theory: More related to jurisprudence than punishment, this theory focuses on balancing competing social interests to achieve justice.
